April weather forecast
Santa Monica, CA

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The neon-lit fun park in Santa Monica, California, with a view of the iconic Ferris wheel and pier
The neon-lit fun park in Santa Monica, California, with a view of the iconic Ferris wheel and pier

Weather in April

April is an agreeable spring month in Santa Monica, California, with an average temperature fluctuating between 53.6°F (12°C) and 69.4°F (20.8°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature is an agreeable 69.4°F (20.8°C) in April, hardly different from the 66.7°F (19.3°C) recorded in March. In April, Santa Monica reports a consistent average low-temperature of 53.6°F (12°C) during the nights.

Humidity

In Santa Monica, the average relative humidity in April is 61%.

Rainfall

In Santa Monica, California, in April, it is raining for 4.6 days, with typically 0.43" (11mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Santa Monica, during the entire year, the rain falls for 48.8 days and collects up to 7.52" (191mm) of precipitation.

Ocean temperature

The months with the coldest seawater are January through May and December, with an average ocean temperature of 59°F (15°C).
Note: Most people do not enjoy swimming in water of 59°F (15°C). Breathing control becomes harder as the temperature descends from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).

Daylight

In April, the average length of the day is 13h and 4min.
On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 7:37 pm PDT.

Sunshine

In April, the average sunshine is 10.9h.

UV index

In Santa Monica, the average daily maximum UV index in April is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 5 during April leads to these advisories:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in April?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Santa Monica during April are 69.4°F (20.8°C) and 53.6°F (12°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in April?

In Santa Monica, the average relative humidity in April is 61%.

How much does it rain in April?

In Santa Monica, California, in April, it is raining for 4.6 days, with typically 0.43" (11mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When is the ocean coldest?

The months with the coldest seawater in Santa Monica are January through May and December, with an average ocean temperature of 59°F (15°C).

What is the ocean temperature in April?

In April, the average ocean temperature is 59°F (15°C). Swimming in 59°F (15°C) is not enjoyable for the majority. Controlling breathing becomes progressively more difficult as surface water temperature decreases below 69.8°F (21°C).

How many hours of daylight does Santa Monica have in April?

In Santa Monica, the average day length in April is 13h and 4min.

When are sunrise and sunset in April?

On the first day of April, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 7:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 7:37 pm PDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Santa Monica have in April?

In April, the average sunshine duration in Santa Monica is 10.9h.

What is the UV index intensity in April?

In April, the average daily maximum UV index is 5. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in April
Santa Monica, CA

Average temperature in April - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average high temperature in April: 69.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (63.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in April: 53.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (50.5°F).

Average pressure in April
Santa Monica, CA

Average pressure in April - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average pressure in April: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.1"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and September (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in April
Santa Monica, CA

Average wind speed in April - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average wind speed in April: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (4.8mph).

Average humidity in April
Santa Monica, CA

Average humidity in April - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average humidity in April: 61%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (52%).

Average rainfall in April
Santa Monica, CA

Average rainfall in April - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average rainfall in April: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (1.54").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are June and August (0.08").

Average rainfall days in April
Santa Monica, CA

Average rainfall days in April - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average rainfall days in April: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (6.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is August (1.8 days).

Average sea temperature in April
Santa Monica, CA

Average sea temperature in April - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average sea temperature in April: 59°F

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are August, September and October (66°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February, March, April, May and December (59°F).

Average daylight in April /
Average sunshine in April
Santa Monica, CA

Average daylight in April / Average sunshine in April - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average daylight in April: 13h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in April: 10h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in April
Santa Monica, CA

Average sunshine days in April - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average sunshine days in April: 25 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (27.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (21.8 days).

Average UV index in April
Santa Monica, CA

Average UV index in April - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average UV index in April: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in April
Santa Monica, CA

Average cloud cover in April - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average cloud cover in April: 20

The months with the most cloud cover are March and December (Cloud cover 23).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 8).

Average visibility in April
Santa Monica, CA

Average visibility in April - Santa Monica, CA
  • Average visibility in April: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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